Tuesday, 29 November 2011

Red Chilli Spiced Brussels Sprouts Pasta

I actually liked how the sprouts supped up the flavours from the infused garlicky chilli olive oil . This mellowed the bitterness of the sprouts making it both sweet and spicy.

Inspiration for this pasta dish came from two fellow bloggers Mark Willis and Plummy Mummy at Chili Paper Chains who suggested using chilli with it. As a spice head, I don't know why I did not think of it and now I have a number of ideas coming my way - one obviously being a Indian curry style dish and the other - deep fried like pakoras. I am really liking the idea of Brussels Sprouts Pakoras - maybe this weekend!

I am sharing this at Presto Pasta Nights#242. PPN was founded by Ruth Daniels of Once Upon a Feast and each Friday night a different host posts a roundup of pasta dishes submitted by bloggers from around the world. However this week, PPN is being hosted by Ruth.

Red Chilli Spiced Brussels Sprouts PastaServes 2IngredientsCook penne pasta for 2 people.Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a wide pan, then add in a medium onion that has been finely sliced. Cook slowly stirring occasionally, until soft and caramelised. Then stir in sprouts that have been quartered, 2 cloves of minced garlic and chilli flakes to taste. Cook on medium heat until the sprouts are just tender and golden brown. Season with salt and pepper. Stir in the drained pasta, drizzle with extra olive oil and serve immediately.

That's my girl! Glad you liked the chilli addition. lots of people say they don't like sprouts only because they have never had any that have been cooked well. Crunchy sprouts are horrible, and overcooked ones are worse, but those that are just right are wonderful. [Thanks for the mention, BTW]

Looks really nice - I think that I'd add some olives - perhaps to detract from the sprouts a bit - I like them but very much in moderation..... I must say the older I get the more I find that there are very few foods that aren't enhanced by a bit of chilli, salt and garlic.....

Hi Fran,Blown sprouts - ah I remember that happening to me. I'm hoping to explore sprouts a bit more in the next couple of months so stay tuned for recipes. Also agree, this recipe will be fine for your homegrown sprouts :) I agree no waste.

Thank you so much Matthew. Its very kind of you to say so and your comment is most appreciated.You must try this simple recipe on your lady, I liked it and I don't particulary like sprouts (eek) but I try to eat them when in season.

I do have some beetroot here, but its booked for another recipe. I will keep in mind your beetroot soup - its all the other flavours that appeal to me.

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